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If Beale Street Could Talk by James Baldwin
5.0
emotional hopeful reflective fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

Such a well written book on love and also racism and false imprisonment. Not only romantic love but familial love too. I felt so awful for Fonny and the book did a good job showing how messed up the justice system is. I liked examining how strained the relationships are in Fonny’s family. Tish was a hardworking woman and I liked how her family was there to support her, her mom especially. I wish it was longer!!